Frequently Asked Questions

MAD visitors during a lecture

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MAD visitors during a tour

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Visitor Policies

Food and drinks are not allowed in the galleries.
Photography is permitted in the museum, except in those cases where an artist has specifically requested that we not allow it.
With the exception of the Audio Tour, cellular phone use is not permitted in the galleries or theater.
Backpacks and bags larger than backpacks and all umbrellas must be checked. No luggage is permitted.
All bags are subject to inspection.
Only small, collapsible umbrella-style strollers can be accommodated on the gallery floors.
Children must be supervised at all times.
Sketching is permitted only in pencil and only on paper that is 11" x 14" or smaller. No easels are permitted.

Visitor Amenities

Public restrooms and coat check are available on the Theater (T) level.
All galleries and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Wheelchairs are available free of charge but must be reserved 24 hours in advance by contacting the Visitor Services Center at 212.299.7717 or emailing visitorservices@madmuseum.org

FAQs

Is the Museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Museum of Arts and Design is wheelchair accessible to all galleries and restrooms. Wheelchairs are available free of charge but must be reserved 24 hours in advance by contacting the Visitor Services Center at 212.299.7717 or emailing visitorservices@madmuseum.org.

Does the Museum allow photography or videotaping?

Photography is encouraged throughout the museum, with a few exceptions. Sometimes an artist chooses not to allow images of their work to be distributed outside of the museum. In those cases, we respect the artist's request, and we ask that you do as well. If you have any questions about which pieces are permissible to photography, you can always ask a museum guard.

How do I donate or see if the Museum is interested in purchasing works of art from my collection?

In order for the Museum to consider the work, please send a digital image of your artwork, a letter indicating your intention to offer the work as a gift or for sale, along with detailed object information (artist, artist's dates, title, work date, process, dimensions, edition #, insurance value). The Museum will be in contact with you if interested in the work.

Thea Giovannini
Assistant Curator
Museum of Arts and Design
2 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019
thea.giovannini@madmuseum.org

I am an artist. How can I submit my portfolio for review by the Museum staff?

f you would like to submit work, please do so digitally. Include your resume, a selection of digital images of your work, and an artist's statement, if available. We cannot accept original works of art, slides, or photographs, nor do we assume responsibility for any materials submitted. Please send it to:

Elizabeth Kirrane
Assistant Curator
Curatorial Department
Museum of Arts and Design
2 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019
elizabeth.kirrane@madmuseum.org

Is it possible to contact artists at the Museum of Arts and Design?

Museum staff members are not permitted to give out artists’ addresses or phone numbers. Artists should be contacted through their galleries. To learn more about an artist in the Museum's exhibition or collection you may send your inquiry to:

Elizabeth Kirrane
Assistant Curator
Curatorial Department
Museum of Arts and Design
2 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019
elizabeth.kirrane@madmuseum.org

Is sketching permitted in the galleries?

Sketching is permitted only in pencil and only on paper that is 11" x 14" or smaller. No easels are permitted

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Are strollers and luggage allowed on the galleries? Is there a place to check such things?

Only umbrella-style strollers can be accommodated on the gallery floors. Luggage is not permitted on the gallery floors and cannot be held. Backpacks, umbrellas, large bags and large strollers must be checked in at the coat check on the Theater (T) level. All bags are subject to inspection

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Are sign language interpreters available?

Sign language interpreters are available for tours and many public programs with advance notification. For further information contact the Education Department at 212.299.7726.